1974 Holden Torana vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 190 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1974 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1974 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Torana | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2880 mm |
